Loan Watch: Henshall on target and Evans a Railwayman

George Evans has swelled the ranks of City’s loan rangers by agreeing a temporary switch to Crewe Alexandra.

The EDS midfielder will remain at the Alexandra Stadium until 3 February 2014.

Alex boss, Steve Davis, told the club’s website: “George was eager to get out and play some games. He is a determined and ambitious young man and very mature for his age. He has had a good grounding from his family and from being at Manchester City for a long time and you see how driven he is.

“He is a good player. We have watched him for the Under-21s and I’ve spoken to three members of the City staff about him and what he can offer us. He is a good size, competes and is technically good on the ball.”

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